The Grotto
The Grotto at The Tasting Shed in Kumeu features a waterproof overhead canopy covering the partially enclosed, heated space. It is the perfect dining area for those times when it’s too warm or cool to dine outside, but your heart longs for the outdoors.
The space overlooks our park-like grounds and looks across to the produce garden from which many of our kitchen ingredients are sourced. The Grotto is, in essence, the best of both worlds, with its impeccable indoor-outdoor flow.
On days without booked functions, The Grotto contains individual tables. When the space is hired out exclusively for special occasions, guests can arrange an extended lunch (or dinner) with up to 30 others. When pre-arranged, you may supply your own audio system, so that you can tailor your own playlist.
Much like The Cabana, The Grotto offers you the option of personalising your event venue – if you can visualise it, we will almost certainly be able to cater for it.
For the first time in The Tasting Shed’s history, we’re offering a special Winter Wedding Package with some of our favourite suppliers!
09 412 6454
Wed (Table service): 4pm - 7.30pm
Thurs (Table service): 4pm - 7.30pm
Friday (Table service) : 12pm til 9pm
Sat: 12n - 9.30pm (Table service in 2 hours blocks)
Sun: 12n - 8.30pm (Table service in 2 hours blocks)
Food Menu
For our food menu, click here.
Wine & Drinks Menu
For our wine and drinks menu, click here.
You can order and pay online by CLICKING HERE
OR
Check out the menu on thetastingshed.co.nz and place a phone order on 09 412 6454 (wednesday to sunday). We will take your order over the phone and you can pay when you get here via our contactless EFTPOS payment system
1. How does it work?
It’s super easy.
- Simply click on this link
- Create an account
- Place your order
- Select pickup. Wednesday - Thursday: 4pm - 7pm, Friday - Sunday: 12pm - 7pm
2. So if I’m picking my food up, how does that work?
Simple! Once you’ve placed your order and paid online, we will prepare your food and have it waiting for you in 30 mins
3. Can I pay cash on pickup?
Sorry but no, we are not accepting cash payments for takeaway meals.
4. Why can’t I order some wine or beer with my meal?
We don’t hold an off license for alcohol, so we aren’t allowed to offer this unfortunately. But there are some amazing local beer and wine companies collaborating on delivery, so we encourage you to use them!
5. How many dishes should I order?
That depends on how hungry you are. We recommend 3 dishes to be shared between 2 people. So if you’re feeding a family of four, you might want to order a couple of the same dishes so everyone is enjoying the same meal or perhaps order all six dishes so that everyone gets to try a bit of everything. And don’t forget dessert!
The Living Room is the largest venue on The Tasting Shed’s premises, seating up to 40 guests at any one time.
The rustic, country aesthetics have been intentionally preserved with the use of natural and recycled materials throughout. The furnishings are full of character and you’ll find that the interiors’ details evoke images of their own unique and varied histories.
The Grotto at The Tasting Shed in Kumeu features a waterproof overhead canopy covering the partially enclosed, heated space. It is the perfect dining area for those times when it’s too chilly to dine outside, but your heart longs for the outdoors.
The Living Table at The Tasting Shed showcases the synergy between our sophisticated entréestyle menu and the freedom that comes with dining outdoors. The result is a sensory delight - al fresco.
The Cabana at The Tasting Shed redefines indoor outdoor flow, with a variable configuration so the space can be adapted depending on your preferences.
Weddings:
To view our wedding information, click here.
Functions:
To view our function information, click here.